Iconic Hunter Valley wine company, Tyrrell's Wines has all but written off this year's vintage due to bushfire smoke taint.
In a statement, Managing Director, Bruce Tyrrell says the drought and smoke taint would result in a grape crush of 80 percent below normal.
The smoke has particularly affected red varieties giving them a dirty ash tray characteristic.
However, the company expects to produce its premium Belford semillon and chardonnay wines.
Grapes from affected vineyards won't be wasted and will instead be used as mulch and feed for cattle on Tyrrell's properties.
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| Tyrrell's Managing Director Bruce Tyrrell. Picture: tyrrells.com.au |
